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Elevated Scholars Learning Academy

Philadelphia, PA · Philadelphia County
1440 S 18th St, Philadelphia, PA 19146
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Quick Facts

Capacity
19 children
Languages
English, English
Subsidized Program
Participates
Food Program
Does not participate

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Contact Information

📞 (835) 273-9203
1440 S 18th St
Philadelphia, PA 19146
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00254120
License Issued
Mar 31, 2026
Active Through
Sep 30, 2026
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 22

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About the Provider

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Elevated Scholars Learning Academy is a Child Care Center in Philadelphia PA, with a maximum capacity of 19 children. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Thursday7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Friday7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Saturday 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Sunday 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-07-22 Renewal 3270.105 - High Chairs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.105

Description: High Chairs

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 7/22/26 facility did not have any highchairs.

Correction Required: High chairs shall have a wide base and a T-shaped safety strap.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Before reopening, the facility will obtain an appropriate highchair with a wide base and T-shaped safety strap for use when a child in care requires a highchair.
2026-07-22 Renewal 3270.107 - Refrigerator Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.107

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 7/22/26 the refrigerator temperature read 50°.

Correction Required: A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The refrigerator was adjusted to maintain food at 45 degrees F or below and an operating refrigerator thermometer is maintained inside the unit.
2026-07-22 Renewal 3270.123(a) - Signed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)

Description: Signed

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 7/22/26 the file reviewed for child #1 did not include a fee agreement.

Correction Required: An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #1's file will be updated to include a completed fee agreement signed by the operator and the parent, and the agreement will be retained in the child's record.
2026-07-22 Renewal 3270.123(a)(6) - Admission date Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(6)

Description: Admission date

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 7/22/26 the file reviewed for child #1 did not specify date of admission.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #1's agreement will be updated to specify the child's date of admission and the completed agreement will be maintained in the child's file
2026-07-22 Renewal 3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) - Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)

Description: Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 7/22/26 the file reviewed for staff person #1 did not include a health assessment.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include a physical examination. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A current adult health assessment, including the required physical examination and tuberculosis documentation, will be obtained for staff person #1 and placed in the staff file before that person returns to a childcare position.
2026-07-22 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 7/22/26 the file reviewed for staff person #1 and staff person #2 did not include two written nonfamily references.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Two written, nonfamily references attesting to suitability will be obtained for each cited facility person and maintained in the appropriate staff file before the center reopens or the individual works in care.
2026-07-22 Renewal 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 7/22/26 the file reviewed for staff person #1 and staff person #2 did not have documentation that emergency plan training was received.

Correction Required: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Emergency plan training was completed with facility staff and the training date and names of staff who received the training were documented and placed in the facility file.
2026-07-22 Renewal 3270.27(d) - Plan posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(d)

Description: Plan posted

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 7/22/26 the emergency plan was not posted in the facility.

Correction Required: The operator shall post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A current copy of the emergency plan was posted in a conspicuous location in the facility.
2026-07-22 Renewal 3270.27(f) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(f)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 7/22/26 operator had not sent a copy of the emergency plan to the local municipality and county emergency management agency.

Correction Required: The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A copy of the emergency plan was sent electronically to the applicable local municipality and county emergency management agency, and documentation of submission is maintained with the emergency plan.
2026-07-22 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 7/22/26 the file reviewed for staff person #1, identified as the director, hired (see code sheet) contained a PA criminal clearance dated 5/19/21 and child abuse dated 6/3/21 which is more than 60 months old. The file for staff person #1 and staff person #2 did not contain a signed disclosure statement.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person #1 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The only acceptable plan is for staff person #1 to be removed from a childcare position at the facility.
2026-07-22 Renewal 3270.33(d) - General requirements for facility persons Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.33(d)

Description: General requirements for facility persons

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 7/22/26 the file reviewed for staff person #2 did not include pediatric first aid and pediatric cpr training certificate.

Correction Required: One or more facility persons competent in pediatric first-aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques shall be at the facility when one or more children are in care.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A current pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR training certificate for staff person #2 will be obtained and placed in the staff file before the center reopens. No children will be in care unless a qualified facility person is present.
2026-07-22 Renewal 3270.34(c) - Employed and present 30 hrs/wk Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(c)

Description: Employed and present 30 hrs/wk

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 7/22/26 director was not present and cannot work in a childcare position due to CPSL violations.

Correction Required: A director shall be employed by a facility and be present at the facility site a minimum of 30 hours per week.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The facility is currently closed. Before reopening, the operator will ensure that a qualified director who meets all regulatory and CPSL requirements is employed and scheduled to be present at the facility at least 30 hours per week.
2026-07-22 Renewal 3270.61 - Measurement and use of indoor child care space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.61

Description: Measurement and use of indoor child care space

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 7/22/26 room #2 was observed being used as storage instead of measured childcare space.

Correction Required: Measurement and use of indoor child care space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Before reopening, room #2 will be cleared of storage and returned to its approved use as measured childcare space. If the room is used for storage in the future, it will not be counted or used as childcare space.
2026-07-22 Renewal 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(h)

Description: Handwashing signs

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 7/22/26 there were no handwashing signs posted in the bathroom.

Correction Required: A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Handwashing signs stating that hands must be washed after toileting and before eating were posted at the required bathroom/toilet and sink locations.
2026-07-22 Renewal 3270.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(1)

Description: Every 60 days

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 7/22/26 provider unable to produce documentation that fire drills were conducted every 60 days.

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter ensure fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Fire drill documentation was updated and placed on file to document the facility fire drills.

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